ISTH Podcasts

Day 2 of the ISTH Congress Daily Download is here! Start your morning with a look at the exciting scientific and networking opportunities ahead. This episode features a message from plenary speaker Nathalie Bondil, plus a spotlight on the Early Career Session with insights from session chair Julia Sandrin Gauer. We'll also preview the Publications Session, Special Sessions, Supported Symposia, Ora...

Kick off your #ISTH2026 experience with the first episode of the ISTH Congress Daily Download, a special mini-series coming to you from Paris! Listen to a welcome message from the Annual Congress Program Committee, a preview of the day's plenary sessions, and everything you need to know before the Congress begins. We'll also cover registration reminders, highlight can't-miss events like the Openin...

The ISTH is taking action to advance women’s health and influence the future of global health policy. Hear from leaders from the ISTH Global Public Affairs Committee Donna DiMichele and Flora Peyvandi about the mission of the committee, the challenges facing women with bleeding and clotting disorders and the Society’s efforts to promote more equitable care worldwide. Plus, get an exclusive preview...

Finding the right mentor can shape the trajectory of an entire career. Join host Geoff Barnes as he speaks with David Ginsburg, a recipient of the 2026 ISTH Outstanding Mentor Award, alongside Randal Westrick, the colleague who nominated him for the award. They share personal stories from their 30-year mentorship journey, offer practical advice for identifying and building meaningful mentor relati...

How can we make anticoagulation care safer and more consistent? In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, Dr. Geoff Barnes speaks with Youssef Bessada and Nibal Chamoun about antithrombotic stewardship, global challenges in anticoagulation management and a new ISTH–Anticoagulation Forum collaboration aimed at advancing safer care worldwide. If you're attending the ISTH 2026 Congress in Paris, be...

Gene therapy is transforming the future of hemophilia care, but its impact goes far beyond clinical outcomes. In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, we explore the psychological dimensions of this groundbreaking shift from lifelong management to a potential one-time treatment. Host Julia Sandrin Gauer is joined by Aida Peyvandi of the University of Milan to discuss her recent educational revie...

Cancer-associated thrombosis remains one of the most complex and high-burden complications facing patients with cancer and the clinicians who care for them. Darko Antic, M.D., a leading hematologist from Serbia, discusses the real-world challenges of diagnosing and managing thrombosis in patients with cancer, particularly those with hematological malignancies. Together with host Julia Sandrin Gaue...

The countdown to the ISTH 2026 Congress is on and in this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, we’re taking you behind the scenes of how one of the world’s leading scientific meetings comes together. Host Geoff Barnes is joined by Annual Congress Planning Committee leaders Marc Carrier and Françoise Dignat-George for an inside look at the planning and vision shaping this year’s program. With more th...

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is one of the most urgent diagnoses in hematology where every minute counts and laboratory data is critical. In this episode, experts Long Zheng and Ravi Sarode discuss the critical role of the laboratory in diagnosing and managing TTP, with a special focus on the complexities of ADAMTS13 testing. Together, they unpack the latest ISTH guideline updates, co...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping medicine, but it’s about more than just algorithms. In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, host Geoff Barnes speaks with Suthesh Sivapalaratnam and Nick Gleadall about how AI and machine learning are being used to analyze large-scale datasets, identify disease earlier and support better patient care in thrombosis and hemostasis. They also discuss th...

What does it take to turn fundamental science into meaningful advances in patient care? Today, we hear from Marie Hollenhorst, M.D., Ph. D., a physician-scientist working at the intersection of patient care and research. She discusses her early curiosity about blood science and shares some of the latest research from her lab in the U.S., including the 2024 ISTH Fundamental Research Career Developm...

Patients with cancer face a significantly higher risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE), but despite decades of awareness, robust evidence for inpatient thromboprophylaxis in cancer patients is still lacking. Alok Khorana, M.D., an expert on cancer-associated thrombosis, joins the podcast to unpack this critical issue and discuss how we can improve thrombosis prevention and treatment for patients wi...

Our host sits down with the Lord Ajay Kakkar, M.D., Ph. D., Director of the Thrombosis Research Institute, as he reflects on his professional journey and the key moments that shaped his career, including his unique experiences working at the intersection of medicine and government with the U.K. Parliament. He also shares the profound influence of his late father, Vijay Kakkar, M.D., and how family...

The Bleeding Disorders Research Collaborative (BDRC) is a groundbreaking initiative reshaping how bleeding disorders research is designed, conducted and prioritized. Joining the conversation are Michael Recht and Maria Santaella from the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation. Learn how the BDRC evolved from a national research blueprint, why patients are recognized as lived experience experts and...

Pulmonary embolism (PE) remains one of the most complex and high-stakes emergencies in medicine. In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, we’re joined by Stavros Konstantinides, M.D., to explore why gaps in PE treatment persist and how emerging evidence may help close them. Dr. Konstantinides breaks down the current landscape of PE management, the limitations of anticoagulation alone and the rea...

The countdown to the ISTH 2026 Congress in Paris has officially begun and we’re taking you behind the scenes of the planning process! In this episode, we sit down with members of the Congress leadership team to explore what makes the upcoming meeting truly special. Listen as our guests dive into what attendees can expect in Paris, including exciting updates to the scientific program, special sessi...

Join guests Dr. May Anne Cheong and Dr. Thita Joy Chiasakul to learn how digital platforms are transforming the way scientific research is communicated and elevated across the global thrombosis and hemostasis community. As Social Media Editors of the Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis (JTH), they unpack the strategies that help researchers cut through the noise with clear, impactful messaging t...

In this episode, we explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence in thrombosis and hemostasis with Nikola Vladic. Drawing from his personal experience with hematological malignancy and his passion for clinical research, Nikola discusses his recent study comparing the performance of AI language models, including ChatGPT, LaMDA Mistral, and DeepSeek, to thrombosis experts in clinical decisio...

In this episode, we explore groundbreaking new research from Stanford University that could revolutionize the way thrombectomy procedures are performed. Renee Zhao, Ph. D., discusses an innovative “milli-spinner” device, designed to improve precision and success rates in clot removal. Hear how Zhao and her team are using soft robotics to make new breakthroughs that could transform patient outcomes...

While anticoagulation remains the cornerstone of DVT and PE management, advances in catheter-based therapies are offering new hope for patients who need more than medication alone. Host Geoffrey Barnes, M.D. sits down with Vic Tapson, M.D., professor of medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Vice President of Medical Affairs at Inari Medical and Andrew Niekamp, M.D. an interventional radiolog...

Hospital-associated venous thromboembolism (VTE) remains a leading cause of preventable death for hospitalized patients. In this episode, experts Lai Heng Lee (Singapore) and Beverley Hunt (United Kingdom) share an important update on the state of hospital-associated VTE prevention worldwide, as well as discuss gaps in care and opportunities for improvement. Learn more about hospital-associated VT...

In this episode, Tamrat Assefa Tadesse, Ph. D., shares insights on advancing anticoagulation management in Ethiopia and beyond. Drawing from his experience as an ISTH Reach-the-World Fellow in Canada and Co-Chair of the ISTH SSC Subcommittee on Control of Anticoagulation, he discusses the challenges and opportunities in expanding access to care, building research capacity, and strengthening global...

In this special episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, we teamed up with the World Thrombosis Day campaign to spotlight the powerful voice of patients in shaping awareness, research and change. Our guest is Carol West, blood clot survivor, advocate and the 2024 World Thrombosis Day Patient Ambassador of the Year. Carol shares her personal journey through her clot story, advocacy efforts and her missio...

In this episode, the ISTH announces that Julia Sandrin Gauer is joining the Pulse podcast as a host! Julia brings a wealth of expertise in thrombosis and hemostasis research, along with a passion for science communication that will spark fresh, engaging conversations with leading experts worldwide. Tune in to to learn more about Julia and get ready for a new era of the Pulse Podcast—where science,...

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a complex autoimmune clotting disorder and its treatment remains one of the most debated topics in hematology. In this episode, host Geoffrey Barnes sits down with Deepa Jayakody Arachchillage, founder of the APS Clinic at Hammersmith Hospital and Chair of the ISTH SSC Subcommittee on Antiphospholipid Syndrome. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of APS...